GIVE BACK AND TRY NEW RESTAURANTS
Calling all foodies and charitable hearts! Houston Restaurant Weeks (HRW) is here again! Since 2003, HRW has been giving Houstonians a convenient way to dine and donate. Those who participate in HRW are able to say they have taken part in the biggest annual fundraiser for the biggest food bank in the nation. Not bad for a fancy chicken parm.
Houston Food Bank was recently named Food Bank of the Year 2015 out of 200 food banks in the Feeding America network. The local organization achieved this recognition for engaging the public, feeding millions and implementing creative programs, including month’s Houston Restaurant Weeks.
From August 1 to September 7, over 200 of Houston’s best restaurants will be offering special set menus for 2 to 4-course meals at amazing rates. Brunch menus are $25 (of which $3 will be donated,; that translates to 9 meals); lunch menus are $20 ($4 donation, 12 meals); and dinner is either $35 or $45 ($5 or $7 donation, 15 or 21 meals, respectively).
As is, these prices are unbeatable but this is even more apparent when compared to these restaurants’ regular prices. Every single participant is a high-end restaurant and all have won numerous awards for their outstanding dishes, chefs and venues. From Au Petit Paris, to Zelko Bistro, the list of restaurants participating in this incredible charity initiative truly does showcase Houston’s extensive restaurant scene, and reminds us why Houston is the most diverse city in America.
Each eatery has its own specialty, some boast of steak, others fine desserts, some seafood, and still others are known for their luxurious desserts. Many even offer vegetarian or healthy options to make their menus more accessible.
Nan & Company Properties is especially excited for this month of great food in this great city as we are always entertaining our clients. And we can’t think of a better excuse to experience a fancy restaurant than knowing it will be helping someone less fortunate as well. Talk about a ‘feel good’ meal.
Nancy Almodovar, the founder of Nan & Company Properties, is a big fan as well. “Giving back is so important but also very easily forgotten. I love any opportunity to help the community, especially one that involves food,” says Nancy. “I’m grateful to HRW for giving us a chance to try new restaurants while also helping the nation’s best food bank. Everyone wins.”
With all these amazing restaurants taking part and with it lasting more than an entire month, we encourage you to try out at least one. You might just run into one of our realtors there. Comment below on our blog and let us know where you went and what you liked.